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VK06 PHY

2006 Mazda B Series

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,360 mi
Last recorded151,360 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda B Series76,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 PHY
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 151,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Nov 2017 151,360 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 138,342 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 138,342 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 130,791 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 121,013 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 113,640 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Spare tyre defective

exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2012 107,458 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 97,586 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 97,586 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 81,769 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2009 49,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mazda B Series?

Based on 136,422 MOT tests across 9,870 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
5,432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
9,870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,638
fog lamp not working 5,286
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,589
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,901
Registration plate lamp not working 2,281
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VK06 PHY is a 2006 Mazda B Series in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 76,024 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda B Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK06 PHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda B Series typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK06 PHY registered?

VK06 PHY is a 2006 Mazda B Series, first registered on 21 April 2006.

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